Step inside one of the Eastern Shore’s most powerful celebrations of student creativity.

In this special 45-minute episode of ArtScene | The Podcast, recorded LIVE at TPAC at the 4th Annual Eastern Shore Arts Festival at Chesapeake College, host Michael Bell captures the energy, emotion, and artistry that defined the day. From award-winning senior visual artists to dynamic performances and professional dancers and guest teaching artists from the Carole Cascio Fund, this episode brings you behind the scenes of a festival that continues to grow as a regional force in arts education.

Hear directly from student artists, dancers, and featured professionals as they reflect on their work, their process, and what it means to share their voice with a live audience. This episode highlights the impact of authentic artistic experiences—where risk-taking, collaboration, and expression come together in real time.

Featuring conversations connected to:

• The 3rd Annual Senior Show and student award winners
• Guest artist Yoav Kaddar (West Virginia University)
• The Carole Cascio Fund’s work connecting students with professional artists
• A growing partnership between Dr. Robert Thompson, Director of TPAC at Chesapeake College and Queen Anne’s County Public Schools

This isn’t just a recap—it’s a window into what happens when students are given the space, support, and stage to create something meaningful.

🎙️ "Because the most important job of any artist… is to draw a line from their life to their art". - Michael Bell